Low Distortion Lens – CCL132060MPF

CCL132060MPF Low distortion wide angle 1/3.2″ 6mm 41° M12 mount lens HD 8MP F3.5 rectilinear scanning

6mm 8MP M12 Low Distortion Lens

This 6mm M12 low distortion lens is designed for high-resolution imaging systems that require precise image reproduction and minimal optical distortion. Supporting a 1/3.2″ image format and up to 8MP resolution, the lens delivers a 52° diagonal field of view and 41° horizontal field of view for controlled, detailed imaging. Its optical distortion is less than 0.1%, making it particularly suitable for machine vision, factory automation, measurement, inspection, and other applications where geometric accuracy is important. The F3.5 fixed aperture, M12x0.5 mount, and extremely compact 9.83mm total track length enable integration into space-constrained camera modules. Designed for machine vision and precision inspection applications, this 6mm fixed focal lens combines high resolution, low distortion, and a compact optical structure.

Product Core Highlights

• 8MP High Resolution: Supports high-resolution imaging for detailed inspection and machine vision systems.
• <0.1% Optical Distortion: Provides highly accurate image geometry for measurement, inspection, and visual analysis.
• 6mm Fixed Focal Length: Offers a controlled 52° diagonal and 41° horizontal field of view.
• Ultra-Compact Φ14 × 8mm Design: Enables integration into miniature and space-constrained camera assemblies.
• M12x0.5 Mount: Designed for compact M12 camera modules and embedded vision systems.

M12 Low Distortion Lens Applications & Compatible Devices

Machine Vision and Factory Automation

The combination of 8MP resolution and less than 0.1% optical distortion makes this lens particularly suitable for machine vision systems where image geometry needs to remain highly accurate. Low distortion helps preserve the relative position and shape of objects across the image, supporting reliable image analysis and inspection.

Compatible devices: Industrial cameras, compact machine vision cameras, automated inspection cameras, embedded vision modules, and factory automation systems.

For application-specific optical solutions, explore TOWIN’s Machine Vision solutions.

Precision Inspection and Measurement

Optical distortion can introduce geometric errors when cameras are used for inspection or measurement. With optical distortion specified below 0.1%, this lens is well suited to imaging tasks where maintaining accurate object geometry is important.

Compatible devices: Inspection cameras, measurement systems, dimensional inspection equipment, optical inspection modules, and automated quality-control cameras.

For more information about distortion and lens selection, visit TOWIN’s Distortion Guide.

Factory Automation and FA Vision

The 6mm focal length provides a moderate field of view that can be useful for controlled working distances in factory environments. Combined with 8MP resolution and a compact M12 interface, the lens can be integrated into compact FA camera systems where both image detail and optical accuracy are required.

Compatible devices: FA cameras, robotic inspection modules, automated production-line cameras, barcode and code inspection systems, and compact industrial cameras.

Compact Embedded Vision

With a Φ14 × 8mm overall dimension and only 9.83mm TTL, this lens is particularly attractive for applications where the optical assembly must fit into a small camera housing. The M12x0.5 mount further supports integration into miniature embedded imaging platforms.

Compatible devices: Embedded cameras, compact smart cameras, IoT vision devices, miniature inspection modules, and integrated camera systems.

Explore the M12 Lenses category for additional compact M12 optical solutions.

Robotics Inspection

The 8MP resolution and extremely low optical distortion can benefit robotic inspection systems that require consistent image geometry for object recognition and visual analysis. The compact optical design also allows the lens to be considered for robotic camera modules with limited installation space.

Compatible devices: Robotic inspection cameras, robot-mounted vision modules, compact robotic cameras, and automated visual inspection systems.

For broader robotic imaging requirements, see Robotics Vision.

Why Choose This 6mm M12 Low Distortion Lens?

This lens is primarily designed for applications where image accuracy is more important than an extremely wide field of view. Its optical distortion of less than 0.1% makes it significantly different from conventional wide-angle and fisheye M12 lenses, which are optimized for broader scene coverage rather than geometric accuracy.

The 8MP resolution allows the lens to support detailed image acquisition, while the 6mm focal length provides a controlled field of view of 52° diagonally and 41° horizontally. This makes the lens suitable for inspection scenes where the camera is positioned at a defined working distance from the target.

Its mechanical design is another important advantage. Measuring only Φ14 × 8mm with a 9.83mm TTL, the lens can be integrated into compact camera housings where conventional industrial lenses may be too large.

When selecting an 8MP lens, sensor size and optical image circle should be checked together. TOWIN’s Sensor Guide provides additional guidance for matching a lens with the target image sensor.

For determining the appropriate field of view and focal length for a specific camera setup, use the FOV Calculator.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What type of lens is this 6mm M12 lens?
A: It is a fixed focal length M12 low distortion lens designed for high-resolution imaging, machine vision, inspection, and embedded vision applications.

Q2: How low is the distortion of this M12 lens?
A: The specified optical distortion is less than -0.1%, making it suitable for applications where accurate image geometry is important.

Q3: What resolution does this lens support?
A: The lens is specified for 8MP resolution, making it suitable for detailed machine vision and inspection imaging.

Q4: What is the field of view of the 6mm lens?
A: The specified diagonal FOV is 52°, while the horizontal FOV is 41°.

Q5: What sensor format is this lens designed for?
A: The lens is specified for a 1/3.2″ image format.

Q6: What mount does this lens use?
A: It uses an M12x0.5 mount for integration with compact M12 camera modules.

Q7: Is this lens suitable for machine vision applications?
A: Yes. Its 8MP resolution, less than 0.1% optical distortion, compact design, and fixed 6mm focal length make it suitable for various machine vision and factory automation applications.

Q8: Can TOWIN customize this low distortion M12 lens?
A: TOWIN can evaluate customized requirements based on sensor format, focal length, distortion, resolution, FOV, mechanical dimensions, and application conditions. Contact TOWIN through the Contact page to discuss your project.

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